Shaw Butte Elementary

We had another incredible week at Shaw Butte! Our highlights include… engaging instruction, problem solving, teacher collaboration, lots of laughter and student celebrations! ⛰️💙 SO proud of this community!

We had a WONDERFUL first day of school!!! There were smiles, hugs, laughter, new friends, and new memories! Thank you to our families, students, teachers and support staff! See you all tomorrow! ☀️⛰️🧡🌵

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We’re almost ready for an AMAZING first week of school! 📚💙🌵🌳⛰️

Families, please take a moment to check your ParentSquare account for an important update with information to help you prepare for the first week of school. 📩

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We can’t wait to see our Hawks on Monday! 💜

This year at Shaw Butte we are Rooted in purpose, and Growing with Possibility! We had a wonderful first day back together! These incredible teachers are dedicated, enthusiastic, kind, and so excited for a great year ahead!

HUGE thank you to Redemption North Mountain church for providing a beautiful breakfast! It made our time together extra special. And these educators deserve it!

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Dear Shaw Butte Families,
I am honored and excited to introduce myself as the new principal of Shaw Butte Elementary.
Shaw Butte is more than a school to me. I grew up in this community, attended Washington Elementary School District schools, and have proudly dedicated the past 20 years of my career to serving students and families in WESD. This community helped shape who I am, and I am truly grateful for the opportunity to serve the next generation of learners here at Shaw Butte.
One of my greatest priorities is building strong relationships with our students, families, and staff. I believe children thrive when they know they are valued, supported, and surrounded by adults who genuinely care about their success. I am committed to partnering with families because I know that when we work together, our students can achieve incredible things.
I believe every child has unique abilities and strengths. My goal is to create a school where each student feels known, challenged, celebrated, and inspired to discover their full potential. Every child deserves opportunities to grow with confidence, curiosity, and joy.
I look forward to learning alongside our students, celebrating their accomplishments, partnering with families, and creating a school where every child feels a true sense of belonging. Together, we will continue to build a community rooted in purpose and growing with possibility! I am so excited and grateful to share in the joy of learning and growing with each of you.
Thank you for welcoming me to the Shaw Butte family. I cannot wait to meet each of you and begin this exciting school year together. Please join us for our Meet the Teacher event on Thursday, August 6th from 4:00 to 5:30 PM! I cannot wait to meet you!

Dear Shaw Butte Families,
I am honored and excited to introduce myself as the new principal of Shaw Butte Elementary! Shaw Butte is more than a school to me. I grew up in this community, attended Washington Elementary School District schools, and have proudly dedicated the past 20 years of my career to serving students and families in WESD. This community helped shape who I am, and I am truly grateful for the opportunity to serve the next generation of learners here at Shaw Butte.
One of my greatest priorities is building strong relationships with our students, families, and staff. I believe children thrive when they know they are valued, supported, and surrounded by adults who genuinely care about their success. I am committed to partnering with families because I know that when we work together, our students can achieve incredible things. I believe every child has unique abilities and strengths. My goal is to create a school where each student feels known, challenged, celebrated, and inspired to discover their full potential. Every child deserves opportunities to grow with confidence, curiosity, and joy.
I look forward to learning alongside our students, celebrating their accomplishments, partnering with families, and creating a school where every child feels a true sense of belonging. Together, we will continue to build a community rooted in purpose and growing with possibility! I am so excited and grateful to share in the joy of learning and growing with each of you. Thank you for welcoming me to the Shaw Butte family. I cannot wait to meet each of you and begin this exciting school year together. Please join us for our Meet the Teacher event on Thursday, August 6th from 4:00 to 5:30 PM! I cannot wait to meet you!
With gratitude,
Julianne Bridwell

Thank you to Ace Acoustics owner Johnny Pena for the generous gift of over 40 bicycles for students who achieved perfect attendance since January 6. Shaw Butte is so grateful for your partnership!

You're invited!

Join District 3 Councilwoman Debra Stark this Saturday, May 16, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Cave Creek Cactus Park for a free community celebration!

You and the whole family can enjoy water slides, bounce houses, vendors and food!

We hope you can be there!